L’Hôtel de Toiras
Hotel and restaurant in a village
The beautiful island of Ré is itself really worth a visit. Among the charming ports linked by a network of pathways to be explored by bike paths crisscrossing the sandy earth, Saint Martin de Ré, surrounded by the Vauban fortifications, is the best place to stay. Your base: a 17th century shipbuilder’s residence with windows overlooking the port or starting from May 2011 the Villa Clarisse, just a stone’s throw away, with its gardens, its views of the old town and its spa with swimming pool. The mast of a fishing boat may perhaps disturb your views of the setting sun, but would that really bother you? ...Read more
France, Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Le Richelieu
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
The old harbour of La Flotte still bears the traces of the bustling activity that used to reign over this now tranquil island in its golden age, during the 19th century. One of the best illustrations of this is the old covered market, a must-see between two dives in the sea. Just outside the village, right on the beach, your private pavilion awaits you. The view of the ocean and the very best in thalassotherapy treatments make this the perfect place to recharge your batteries. ...Read more
France, La Flotte-en-Ré